Two New Kits: Bring on the Bright!

Two New Kits: Bring on the Bright!

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Two new kits have hit the Stampin’ Up! website, just in time for brighter days ahead!

I. Painted Skies Kit – $18.00

If beautiful sunsets are your thing, the Painted Skies Kit is calling your name! Create vibrant, hand-painted–style skies with scenes featuring lighthouses, palm trees, and rolling ocean waves as your artistic focal points. Friendly greetings, gratitude themes, and celebratory sentiments add just the right finishing touch.

DETAILS
– Makes 9 cards: 3 each of 3 designs
– Folded card size: 4-1/4″ x 5-1/2″ (10.8 x 14 cm)
– Colors: Balmy Blue, Blueberry Bushel, Crushed Curry, Flirty Flamingo, Gorgeous Grape, Highland Heather, Hydrangea Hue, Melon Mambo, Night of Navy, Petal Pink, Poppy Parade, Pumpkin Pie, Real Red, Strawberry Slush, white

II. Sunniest Stories Scrapbooking Kit – $38.00

Think of the Sunniest Stories Scrapbooking Kit as a little treasure box for your memories. Inside, you’ll find everything you need to create six meaningful spreads, including pockets, photo frames, printed sentiments, lined pages for your stories, and plenty of fun accents. This kit is full of creative possibilities and the perfect place to honor the moments that make your heart feel full!

DETAILS
– Makes six two-page scrapbook spreads
– Page size: 12″ x 12″ (30.5 x 30.5 cm)
– Colors: Azure Afternoon, Basic Beige, Basic Black, Calypso Coral, Darling Duckling, Night of Navy, Petal Pink, Shaded Spruce
– Sentiments printed in English, French, and German

Kit includes one of each item listed below.
– Step-by-step instructions
– 12 sheets of single-sided Designer Series Paper
– 4 sheets of precut images and phrases
– 4 sheets of cut-apart designs
– 20 colored and patterned 4″ x 6″ cards
– 1 sheet of printed stickers
– 8 yards (7.3 m) of Tear & Tape Adhesive
– 100 Mini Stampin’ Dimensionals
– 50 Mini Glue Dots

Product of the Month: The Eyelet Blooms Die

What a beautiful card using this month’s Exclusive Product of the Month the Eyelet Blooms Die. The intricate pattern with a hand-stitched look creates a full background in a single cut or just an accent like on this card.

With just a single cut you can add soft texture and refined detail. You can use the die cut in one piece, remove sections or elements to use as an embellishments or combine with other dies to create unique layers like you see in this card.

Once your cart reaches $75, you’ll be able to choose from all the available Product of the Month offerings to add to your cart for just $5, as long as you haven’t already purchased them. But don’t forget that all Product of the Month releases are only available while supplies last!

REMEMEMBER – THE PRODUCT OF THE MONTH
– Is an exclusive product released each month!
– Can be unlocked for just $5 with orders over $75 (after discounts and rewards).
– Is only available while supplies last—they can sell out quickly!
– Is limited to one per customer.

And be sure to join my private Facebook Group — the Up North Stampin’ Gang! We post, we share, and just have a lot of fun! Go here and request to join: https://www.facebook.com/groups/199783410436824

Happy Stamping! Mary

April Product of the Month, Just in Time for Spring!

April Product of the Month, Just in Time for Spring!

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Eyelet Blooms Die

What a beautiful card using this month’s Exclusive Product of the Month the Eyelet Blooms Die. The intricate pattern with a hand-stitched look creates a full background in a single cut or just an accent like on this card.

With just a single cut you can add soft texture and refined detail. You can use the die cut in one piece, remove sections or elements to use as an embellishments or combine with other dies to create unique layers like you see in this card.

Once your cart reaches $75, you’ll be able to choose from all the available Product of the Month offerings to add to your cart for just $5, as long as you haven’t already purchased them. But don’t forget that all Product of the Month releases are only available while supplies last!

REMEMEMBER – THE PRODUCT OF THE MONTH
– Is an exclusive product released each month!
– Can be unlocked for just $5 with orders over $75 (after discounts and rewards).
– Is only available while supplies last—they can sell out quickly!
– Is limited to one per customer.

New Kits Available!

Create three DIY displays with the Radiant Reminders Kit. Featuring monstera leaves, luna moths, and neutral patterns in beige, black, brown, green, and gold, these handmade home decor pieces let your creativity shine while adding natural, organic style to any room.

Display your creations on clipboards from the Standing Clipboard Trio Kit (sold separately), or add them to your favorite frames, bulletin board, or other fun display.

DETAILS
– Makes 3 displays
– Colors: Basic Beige, gold, Mossy Meadow, Old Olive, Pecan Pie, Secret Sea
– Coordinates with the Standing Clipboard Trio Kit (sold separately)
– Sentiments printed in English, French, and German

Next, the “Happy Happenings” kit – you can quickly craft cards to welcome a new baby, celebrate a wedding, or say thank you. These oval cards feature layered designs and pearlized details. Create them as shown or customize each one for the occasion.

DETAILS
– Makes 9 cards: 3 each of 3 designs
– Folded card size: 4-1/4″ x 5-1/2″
– Colors: Cloud Cover, Daffodil Delight, Mossy Meadow, Old Olive, Petal Pink, Timid Tiger
– Also available in French

Happy Happenings Card Kit

This new kit is called “Best Ever!” Celebrate your #1s—Mom, Dad, and all the everyday heroes—with the Best Ever Kit. Foam fingers, ribbons, and trophies make it a winner for cards, tags, and paper crafts that show big-time appreciation. It’s playful, easy to use, and full of ways to craft your own heartfelt celebration.

DETAILS
– Makes 6 cards: 1 each of 6 designs
– Folded card size: 4-1/4″ x 5-1/2″ (10.8 x 14 cm)
– Colors: Calypso Coral, Crushed Curry, Melon Mambo, Pool Party, Pretty Peacock, Shaded Spruce

And be sure to join my private Facebook Group — the Up North Stampin’ Gang! We post, we share, and just have a lot of fun! Go here and request to join: https://www.facebook.com/groups/199783410436824

Happy Stamping! Mary

Back in Stock!

Back in Stock!

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Great news! The March Online Exclusive bundles are back in stock early – If something was on your wish list, now’s the time to grab it! Go HERE to start shopping all these great new products, or simply click on the icons below!

Product List

Spoiler alert! Our new and improved May–August 2026 Catalog launches at OnStage this weekend! Here is some of what makes this launch extra-exciting:

  • THREE is the magic number! We’re moving to three seasonal catalogs, replacing the one annual + two minis model. This means you get to focus on one book at a time. No more wondering where to find products — everything will be in each catalog — and you will get three catalogs per year. No more minis! The primary reason is to simplify the shopping experience for you. Each catalog is carefully curated so that those who prefer to shop from print can find everything they need for a great project—new products and core essentials—all in one book, without having to reference multiple catalogs at the same time.
  • Find what you’re looking for! With a clean layout, more product photos, clearer structure, new product icons, and a full index, locating your new favorite products is easy.
  • Celebrate new navigation! You’ll have the option to shop by crafting style or product category, making this page-turner smooth, fast, and fun for you and your customers.

As an independent demonstrator, I personally purchase and pay the postage for every catalog I mail out. As a THANK YOU, if you have been a customer of mine in the last six months, you will be receiving the first of these three annual catalogs — the May-August 2026 Catalog — from me in the mail, free!

If it’s been awhile since you’ve shopped with me (more than six months), just let me know if you’d like a catalog, and I’ll get one to you for the low cost of $5.00, which includes shipping if you need it sent to you! Just text me at 218-280-1559 or email me at marya2hanson@gmail.com.

Create an adorable card with this NOTES OF SPRING stamp set and send it to some-bunny you love! Or use it to craft a scrapbook spread of a moment you hold deer. Whatever you choose to create, this stamp set with woodland friends and useful sentiments is sure to add some springtime joy!

THE PRODUCT OF THE MONTH
– Is an exclusive product released each month!
– Can be unlocked for just $5 with orders over $75 (after discounts and rewards).
– Is only available while supplies last—they can sell out quickly!
– Is limited to one per customer.

New Kits Available!

March brings two new card kits to enjoy. The Radiant Reminds Kit and decorator clipboards are so cool — a way to remind yourself, or others of all the joys each day can bring!

Create three DIY displays with the Radiant Reminders Kit. Featuring monstera leaves, luna moths, and neutral patterns in beige, black, brown, green, and gold, these handmade home decor pieces let your creativity shine while adding natural, organic style to any room.

Display your creations on clipboards from the Standing Clipboard Trio Kit (sold separately), or add them to your favorite frames, bulletin board, or other fun display.

DETAILS
– Makes 3 displays
– Colors: Basic Beige, gold, Mossy Meadow, Old Olive, Pecan Pie, Secret Sea
– Coordinates with the Standing Clipboard Trio Kit (sold separately)
– Sentiments printed in English, French, and German

Next, the “Happy Happenings” kit – you can quickly craft cards to welcome a new baby, celebrate a wedding, or say thank you. These oval cards feature layered designs and pearlized details. Create them as shown or customize each one for the occasion.

DETAILS
– Makes 9 cards: 3 each of 3 designs
– Folded card size: 4-1/4″ x 5-1/2″
– Colors: Cloud Cover, Daffodil Delight, Mossy Meadow, Old Olive, Petal Pink, Timid Tiger
– Also available in French

Happy Happenings Card Kit

This new kit is called “Best Ever!” Celebrate your #1s—Mom, Dad, and all the everyday heroes—with the Best Ever Kit. Foam fingers, ribbons, and trophies make it a winner for cards, tags, and paper crafts that show big-time appreciation. It’s playful, easy to use, and full of ways to craft your own heartfelt celebration.

DETAILS
– Makes 6 cards: 1 each of 6 designs
– Folded card size: 4-1/4″ x 5-1/2″ (10.8 x 14 cm)
– Colors: Calypso Coral, Crushed Curry, Melon Mambo, Pool Party, Pretty Peacock, Shaded Spruce

And be sure to join my private Facebook Group — the Up North Stampin’ Gang! We post, we share, and just have a lot of fun! Go here and request to join: https://www.facebook.com/groups/199783410436824

Happy Stamping! Mary

Big Catalog Changes Coming!

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Spoiler alert! Our new and improved May–August 2026 Catalog launches at OnStage this weekend! Here is some of what makes this launch extra-exciting:

  • THREE is the magic number! We’re moving to three seasonal catalogs, replacing the one annual + two minis model. This means you get to focus on one book at a time. No more wondering where to find products — everything will be in each catalog — and you will get three catalogs per year. No more minis! The primary reason is to simplify the shopping experience for you. Each catalog is carefully curated so that those who prefer to shop from print can find everything they need for a great project—new products and core essentials—all in one book, without having to reference multiple catalogs at the same time.
  • Find what you’re looking for! With a clean layout, more product photos, clearer structure, new product icons, and a full index, locating your new favorite products is easy.
  • Celebrate new navigation! You’ll have the option to shop by crafting style or product category, making this page-turner smooth, fast, and fun for you and your customers.

As an independent demonstrator, I personally purchase and pay the postage for every catalog I mail out. As a THANK YOU, if you have been a customer of mine in the last six months, you will be receiving the first of these three annual catalogs — the May-August 2026 Catalog — from me in the mail, free!

If it’s been awhile since you’ve shopped with me (more than six months), just let me know if you’d like a catalog, and I’ll get one to you for the low cost of $5.00, which includes shipping if you need it sent to you! Just text me at 218-280-1559 or email me at marya2hanson@gmail.com.

Create an adorable card with this NOTES OF SPRING stamp set and send it to some-bunny you love! Or use it to craft a scrapbook spread of a moment you hold deer. Whatever you choose to create, this stamp set with woodland friends and useful sentiments is sure to add some springtime joy!

THE PRODUCT OF THE MONTH
– Is an exclusive product released each month!
– Can be unlocked for just $5 with orders over $75 (after discounts and rewards).
– Is only available while supplies last—they can sell out quickly!
– Is limited to one per customer.

The April Paper Pumpkin kit is HERE and it’s perfect for the men (and lake lovers) in your life!

🌸 NEW! There’s also a gorgeous Wonderful Scenes Coordinating Die Add-On available — the perfect complement to this kit!

Subscribe by April 10th so you don’t miss out!

New Online Exclusive Releases!

More excitement: there are SO many new products available in our Online Exclusive section of the website! Here are some of my personal faves! Go HERE to start shopping all these great new products!

Service Essentials Bundle
Filled With Sweetness Suite Collection
Delicate Dreams Suite Collection
Forever Florals Bundle
Cutest Crew Stamp Set
And much more! Grab a cuppa and go shopping now!

New Kits Available!

March brings two new card kits to enjoy. The Radiant Reminds Kit and decorator clipboards are so cool — a way to remind yourself, or others of all the joys each day can bring!

Create three DIY displays with the Radiant Reminders Kit. Featuring monstera leaves, luna moths, and neutral patterns in beige, black, brown, green, and gold, these handmade home decor pieces let your creativity shine while adding natural, organic style to any room.

Display your creations on clipboards from the Standing Clipboard Trio Kit (sold separately), or add them to your favorite frames, bulletin board, or other fun display.

DETAILS
– Makes 3 displays
– Colors: Basic Beige, gold, Mossy Meadow, Old Olive, Pecan Pie, Secret Sea
– Coordinates with the Standing Clipboard Trio Kit (sold separately)
– Sentiments printed in English, French, and German

Next, the “Happy Happenings” kit – you can quickly craft cards to welcome a new baby, celebrate a wedding, or say thank you. These oval cards feature layered designs and pearlized details. Create them as shown or customize each one for the occasion.

DETAILS
– Makes 9 cards: 3 each of 3 designs
– Folded card size: 4-1/4″ x 5-1/2″
– Colors: Cloud Cover, Daffodil Delight, Mossy Meadow, Old Olive, Petal Pink, Timid Tiger
– Also available in French

Happy Happenings Card Kit

This new kit is called “Best Ever!” Celebrate your #1s—Mom, Dad, and all the everyday heroes—with the Best Ever Kit. Foam fingers, ribbons, and trophies make it a winner for cards, tags, and paper crafts that show big-time appreciation. It’s playful, easy to use, and full of ways to craft your own heartfelt celebration.

DETAILS
– Makes 6 cards: 1 each of 6 designs
– Folded card size: 4-1/4″ x 5-1/2″ (10.8 x 14 cm)
– Colors: Calypso Coral, Crushed Curry, Melon Mambo, Pool Party, Pretty Peacock, Shaded Spruce

Make sure you have subscribed by March 10!

Spring creativity is in full bloom with the new March Fluttering Garden Paper Pumpkin Kit! This all-inclusive box makes nine beautiful hummingbird and garden-themed cards in soft spring colors — and even includes a FREE bonus coordinating stamp set for extra crafting fun. It’s quick, easy, and perfect for happy mail all season long.

And be sure to join my private Facebook Group — the Up North Stampin’ Gang! We post, we share, and just have a lot of fun! Go here and request to join: https://www.facebook.com/groups/199783410436824

Happy Stamping! Mary

March Product of the Month — Could Spring be coming?

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Create an adorable card with this NOTES OF SPRING stamp set and send it to some-bunny you love! Or use it to craft a scrapbook spread of a moment you hold deer. Whatever you choose to create, this stamp set with woodland friends and useful sentiments is sure to add some springtime joy!

THE PRODUCT OF THE MONTH
– Is an exclusive product released each month!
– Can be unlocked for just $5 with orders over $75 (after discounts and rewards).
– Is only available while supplies last—they can sell out quickly!
– Is limited to one per customer.

New Online Exclusive Releases!

More excitement: there are SO many new products available in our Online Exclusive section of the website! Here are some of my personal faves! Go HERE to start shopping all these great new products!

Service Essentials Bundle
Filled With Sweetness Suite Collection
Delicate Dreams Suite Collection
Forever Florals Bundle
Cutest Crew Stamp Set
And much more! Grab a cuppa and go shopping now!

New Kits Available!

March brings two new card kits to enjoy. The Radiant Reminds Kit and decorator clipboards are so cool — a way to remind yourself, or others of all the joys each day can bring!

Create three DIY displays with the Radiant Reminders Kit. Featuring monstera leaves, luna moths, and neutral patterns in beige, black, brown, green, and gold, these handmade home decor pieces let your creativity shine while adding natural, organic style to any room.

Display your creations on clipboards from the Standing Clipboard Trio Kit (sold separately), or add them to your favorite frames, bulletin board, or other fun display.

DETAILS
– Makes 3 displays
– Colors: Basic Beige, gold, Mossy Meadow, Old Olive, Pecan Pie, Secret Sea
– Coordinates with the Standing Clipboard Trio Kit (sold separately)
– Sentiments printed in English, French, and German

Next, the “Happy Happenings” kit – you can quickly craft cards to welcome a new baby, celebrate a wedding, or say thank you. These oval cards feature layered designs and pearlized details. Create them as shown or customize each one for the occasion.

DETAILS
– Makes 9 cards: 3 each of 3 designs
– Folded card size: 4-1/4″ x 5-1/2″
– Colors: Cloud Cover, Daffodil Delight, Mossy Meadow, Old Olive, Petal Pink, Timid Tiger
– Also available in French

Happy Happenings Card Kit

This new kit is called “Best Ever!” Celebrate your #1s—Mom, Dad, and all the everyday heroes—with the Best Ever Kit. Foam fingers, ribbons, and trophies make it a winner for cards, tags, and paper crafts that show big-time appreciation. It’s playful, easy to use, and full of ways to craft your own heartfelt celebration.

DETAILS
– Makes 6 cards: 1 each of 6 designs
– Folded card size: 4-1/4″ x 5-1/2″ (10.8 x 14 cm)
– Colors: Calypso Coral, Crushed Curry, Melon Mambo, Pool Party, Pretty Peacock, Shaded Spruce

Make sure you have subscribed by March 10!

Spring creativity is in full bloom with the new March Fluttering Garden Paper Pumpkin Kit! This all-inclusive box makes nine beautiful hummingbird and garden-themed cards in soft spring colors — and even includes a FREE bonus coordinating stamp set for extra crafting fun. It’s quick, easy, and perfect for happy mail all season long.

And be sure to join my private Facebook Group — the Up North Stampin’ Gang! We post, we share, and just have a lot of fun! Go here and request to join: https://www.facebook.com/groups/199783410436824

Happy Stamping! Mary

$75 is the Magic Number!

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Hi Stampers! Wednesday through Friday, February 18 – 20, Stampin’ Up! is offering FREE SHIPPING on orders of $75 or more.  $75 is the magic number this month. 

When your order hits $75:

✔️ FREE Shipping (Wednesday –Friday only)
✔️Cash in your Bonus Days codes from your last month’s orders if you made one!
✔️ The option to purchase this month’s Product of the Month for just $5
✔️ Use any Stampin’ Rewards you have accumulated
✔️Don’t forget to check the LAST CHANCE category when shopping – lots of retiring products and great deals.

Make sure you have subscribed by March 10!

Spring creativity is in full bloom with the new March Fluttering Garden Paper Pumpkin Kit! This all-inclusive box makes nine beautiful hummingbird and garden-themed cards in soft spring colors — and even includes a FREE bonus coordinating stamp set for extra crafting fun. It’s quick, easy, and perfect for happy mail all season long.

The New Stamping Tool!

People have been asking for years, and Stampin’ Up! has answered. If you remember using the Stamparatus in the past, or seeing other stampers use it, you’ll be happy to hear that Stampin’ Up! just announced an amazing new tool that will be available for FREE with the purchase of a Starter Kit between February 2-March 3!  Anyone that purchasing the Starter Kit during the promotion will get the this new Stampin’ Positioner WITH their Starter Kit!

The Stamp Positioner allows you to get perfect stamped images EVERY TIME! If a stamped image doesn’t stamp like you want it to the first time, you have placed your stamp on the Positioner already, and you can simply ink up and stamp again! It’s the greatest! It also allows you to stamp precisely aligned images, create repeating patterns and Two-Step Stampin’ images easily, and make multiple projects in minutes.

Stampin’ Positioner Grid Paper will also be available for to order but it is not included as part of this exclusive join offer. Watch this video to learn more about this great tool! No more disappointment because your stamp didn’t turn out right!

What’s a Starter Kit? I call it the Ultimate Bundle! The Starter Kit gives you lots of fabulous Stampin’ Up! products at a great price: $99 for $125 worth of products (including shipping and FREE business supplies).

Best of all, you choose which products will arrive in your kit so you can start crafting right away!

Here are the Starter Kit promotion details:

  • Promotion Period: February 3–March 2
  • New team members who purchase their Starter Kit February 3–March 2 will also receive our new Stampin’ Positioner.*

It’s Stampin’ Up!’s new stamping alignment tool that makes stamping easier and more accurate. It allows you to stamp precisely aligned images, create repeating patterns and Two-Step Stampin’ images easily, and make multiple projects in minutes.

Stampin’ Positioner Grid Paper will also be available for to order but it is not included as part of this exclusive join offer.

If you want to read more about being a demonstrator, or have any concerns, go HERE!

I’d love to have you join our team!!  Once you join, you get at least a 20% discount on all of your Stampin’ Up! purchases and you get to preorder from the upcoming catalogs and promotions!!

January – April Mini Catalog

Have you received your mini catalog in the mail? If not, or if you haven’t been a regular customer of mine, I have catalogs in stock. I’d be more than happy to get one to you, free! If you are not local and would like a copy mailed to you, just request it and I’ll send one to you!

New Online Exclusive Release!

Not only is there a mini catalog to shop, there are new gorgeous products found ONLY on the Stampin’ Up! website. SHOP the new Online Exclusives HERE! I personally love the fresh new stuff coming in.

And be sure to join my private Facebook Group — the Up North Stampin’ Gang! We post, we share, and just have a lot of fun! Go here and request to join: https://www.facebook.com/groups/199783410436824

Happy Stamping! Mary

We’ve Got a Brand New Tool, and it Can Be Free to YOU!

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People have been asking for years, and Stampin’ Up! has answered. If you remember using the Stamparatus in the past, or seeing other stampers use it, you’ll be happy to hear that Stampin’ Up! just announced an amazing new tool that will be available for FREE with the purchase of a Starter Kit between February 2-March 3!  Anyone that purchasing the Starter Kit during the promotion will get the this new Stampin’ Positioner WITH their Starter Kit!

The Stamp Positioner allows you to get perfect stamped images EVERY TIME! If a stamped image doesn’t stamp like you want it to the first time, you have placed your stamp on the Positioner already, and you can simply ink up and stamp again! It’s the greatest! It also allows you to stamp precisely aligned images, create repeating patterns and Two-Step Stampin’ images easily, and make multiple projects in minutes.

Stampin’ Positioner Grid Paper will also be available for to order but it is not included as part of this exclusive join offer. Watch this video to learn more about this great tool! No more disappointment because your stamp didn’t turn out right!

What’s a Starter Kit? I call it the Ultimate Bundle! The Starter Kit gives you lots of fabulous Stampin’ Up! products at a great price: $99 for $125 worth of products (including shipping and FREE business supplies).

Best of all, you choose which products will arrive in your kit so you can start crafting right away!

Here are the Starter Kit promotion details:

  • Promotion Period: February 3–March 2
  • New team members who purchase their Starter Kit February 3–March 2 will also receive our new Stampin’ Positioner.*

It’s Stampin’ Up!’s new stamping alignment tool that makes stamping easier and more accurate. It allows you to stamp precisely aligned images, create repeating patterns and Two-Step Stampin’ images easily, and make multiple projects in minutes.

Stampin’ Positioner Grid Paper will also be available for to order but it is not included as part of this exclusive join offer.

If you want to read more about being a demonstrator, or have any concerns, go HERE!

I’d love to have you join our team!!  Once you join, you get at least a 20% discount on all of your Stampin’ Up! purchases and you get to preorder from the upcoming catalogs and promotions!!

January – April Mini Catalog

Have you received your mini catalog in the mail? If not, or if you haven’t been a regular customer of mine, I have catalogs in stock. I’d be more than happy to get one to you, free! If you are not local and would like a copy mailed to you, just request it and I’ll send one to you!

New Online Exclusive Release!

Not only is there a mini catalog to shop, there are new gorgeous products found ONLY on the Stampin’ Up! website. SHOP the new Online Exclusives HERE! I personally love the fresh new stuff coming in.

And be sure to join my private Facebook Group — the Up North Stampin’ Gang! We post, we share, and just have a lot of fun! Go here and request to join: https://www.facebook.com/groups/199783410436824

Happy Stamping! Mary

Announcing the January Product of the Month!

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The January Product of the Month is the stunning Fabulous Sayings stamp set, and it is just $5!

Have you heard about the Product of the Month promotion from Stampin’ Up!? Each month, they offer an exclusive, limited-edition item—like paper, ink, stamps, dies, and more—available as an Add-On for just $5 with any order that totals $75 or more. It’s a great way to get something extra with your larger orders!

The twist? There’s no sneak peek! The monthly product is a surprise and won’t be revealed until it’s available. But remember, it’s while supplies last, so it’s best to shop early in the month for the best chance to snag it. Plus, each customer can only get one Product of the Month, regardless of how much they spend, so more people have the chance to enjoy it.

IN ADDITION, I can’t wait for you to see what is in store this month. Read on to find out all about January’s exciting events!

January – April Mini Catalog

So excited! This catalog sales period begins on Tuesday January 6. Have you received your mini catalog in the mail? If not, or if you haven’t been a regular customer of mine, I have catalogs in stock. I’d be more than happy to get one to you, free! If you are not local and would like a copy mailed to you, just request it and I’ll send one to you!

Virtual Card Retreat

This is a first-of-its-kind event! After the huge success of the Virtual Scrap Retreat a few months ago, it was a natural next step to offer a Virtual Card Making Retreat—and it promises to be just as exciting. During this virtual event, you’ll create 15 beautiful cards. I’ve seen many of the samples, and they are absolutely stunning!

When you purchase the 2026 Virtual Card Making Retreat Kit, you’ll receive access to an exclusive Facebook group where the live event will be streamed. You can join in live or watch the recorded videos later and craft at your own pace—whatever works best for you.

There is no need to register. Once you purchase the Kit, you’ll have automatic access to the Retreat site. You can see the Kit Here! And order it HERE!!

Bonus Days

Just in time for the new January–April mini catalog AND the new online exclusives!! Stack your savings! (With a $100 order, you will earn 2-$5 coupons to redeem in February and you can add the Product of the Month for only $5)! Of course you always earn your own Stampin’ Rewards on every order over $20 as well. So many reasons to stock up on basics or get some beautiful new products!

New Online Exclusive Release!

Not only is there a mini catalog to shop, there are new gorgeous products found ONLY on the Stampin’ Up! website. SHOP the new Online Exclusives HERE! I personally love the fresh new stuff coming in.

And be sure to join my private Facebook Group — the Up North Stampin’ Gang! We post, we share, and just have a lot of fun! Go here and request to join: https://www.facebook.com/groups/199783410436824

Happy Stamping! Mary

January Happenings!

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Happy New Year! I can’t wait for you to see what is in store this month. Read on to find out all about January’s exciting events!

1. January – April Mini Catalog

So excited! This catalog sales period begins on Tuesday January 6. Have you received your mini catalog in the mail? If not, or if you haven’t been a regular customer of mine, I have catalogs in stock. I’d be more than happy to get one to you, free! If you are not local and would like a copy mailed to you, just request it and I’ll send one to you!

2. Product of the Month

Have you heard about the Product of the Month promotion from Stampin’ Up!? Each month, they offer an exclusive, limited-edition item—like paper, ink, stamps, dies, and more—available as an Add-On for just $5 with any order that totals $75 or more. It’s a great way to get something extra with your larger orders!

The twist? There’s no sneak peek! The monthly product is a surprise and won’t be revealed until it’s available. But remember, it’s while supplies last, so it’s best to shop early in the month for the best chance to snag it. Plus, each customer can only get one Product of the Month, regardless of how much they spend, so more people have the chance to enjoy it.

The December Product of the Month was the stunning True Blue Florals 12″ x 12″ DSP, and it was just $5! I can’t wait to see what the January Product of the Month will be. Who’s ready for the next surprise?

3. Virtual Card Retreat

This is a first-of-its-kind event! After the huge success of the Virtual Scrap Retreat a few months ago, it was a natural next step to offer a Virtual Card Making Retreat—and it promises to be just as exciting. During this virtual event, you’ll create 15 beautiful cards. I’ve seen many of the samples, and they are absolutely stunning!

When you purchase the 2026 Virtual Card Making Retreat Kit, you’ll receive access to an exclusive Facebook group where the live event will be streamed. You can join in live or watch the recorded videos later and craft at your own pace—whatever works best for you.

There is no need to register. Once you purchase the Kit, you’ll have automatic access to the Retreat site. You can see the Kit Here! And order it HERE!!

4. Bonus Days

Just in time for the new January–April mini catalog AND the new online exclusives!! Stack your savings! (With a $100 order, you will earn 2-$5 coupons to redeem in February and you can add the Product of the Month for only $5)! Of course you always earn your own Stampin’ Rewards on every order over $20 as well. So many reasons to stock up on basics or get some beautiful new products!

5. New Online Exclusive Release!

Not only is there a mini catalog to shop, there are new gorgeous products found ONLY on the Stampin’ Up! website. SHOP the new Online Exclusives HERE! I personally love the fresh new stuff coming in.

And be sure to join my private Facebook Group — the Up North Stampin’ Gang! We post, we share, and just have a lot of fun! Go here and request to join: https://www.facebook.com/groups/199783410436824

Happy Stamping! Mary

Stampin’ Pals Blog Hop: A New Year’s Winter Wonderland!

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Welcome to the Stampin’ Pretty Pals’ Blog Hop!

This month, the Pals have been busy creating cozy, frosty, whimsical card ideas and paper crafts for our Winter Wonderland theme — using our favorite Stampin’ Up! goodies. Each project brings a different twist, and that’s what makes the hop feel like a stroll through a creative winter village. If you’re looking for inspiration (or maybe a reason to stay inside with your craft supplies), this hop is for you!

I always think of New Year’s Eve as a sparkly affair, so I decided to create a New Year’s card full of snowflakes and sparkles!

Here are your materials and measurements:

  • Secret Sea Cardstock
    • 4 1/4 x 7 1/2″; score on the long side at 5 1/2″
    • Two pieces of 2” x 4 ¼” 
    • Scrap for die cutting 

● Peaceful Garden 12 x 12″ Glimmer Cardstock

  • Two pieces of 1 ⅞” x 4 ⅛”
  • Scrap for die cutting

● Basic White Cardstock cut at 4” x 5 ¼

● Elegant Pines Snowflakes Designer Series Paper: Two pieces cut at 1 ¾” x 4” 

Instructions 

1. Fold the Secret Sea cardstock along the score lines to form the card base. 

2. Layer the Elegant Pines Designer Series Paper onto the Peaceful Garden Glimmer cardstock pieces. Attach the glimmer cardstock to the front side panel of the card base and to the separate Secret Sea cardstock piece.  (See photo below)

3. Cut three layers of circles out using the Spotlight on Nature Dies. I used Secret Sea cardstock, then the silver glimmer paper, then a snowflake pattern from the Elegant Pines DSP. Adhere the circles together.

4. Adhere the Basic White panel to the inside of the card. Now you have your separate elements of this card.

5. Stamp the sentiment from the new Reason to Celebrate stamp set, available soon, on a scrap piece of Secret Sea cardstock using Versamark ink. Heat emboss using Silver Embossing Power, and then cut around it using snips. Note: This stamp set is going to be SO popular — I just love the sentiments and the fonts!

6. Adhere the sentiment onto the circle piece. Line up the separate Secret Sea cardstock piece with the right side of the card base. Add adhesive to the both sides of the circled sentiment cluster and attach to the separate Secret Sea panel.  Remember to only use adhesive on the outsides of the circle back so nothing shows when you open up the card. I used Tear n Tape to make sure it’s secure.

7. Stamp the inside of the card, making sure to get the words in the middle of the panel if you don’t want them to show from the front.

You are done! I hope you liked my shimmer, wintery New Year’s card! Keep the inspiration going! Follow the lineup below to hop through each blog and enjoy every beautifully frosty idea. And stick around — next month we’re creating for the “Something New” theme, and you won’t want to miss it!

Stampin’ Pretty Pals Blog Hop

  1. Mary Fish at Stampin’ Pretty
  2. Sue Jackson at Just Peachy Stamping
  3. Stesha Bloodhart at Stampin’ Hoot
  4. Mary Hanson at Up North Stampin’
  5. Debbie Mageed at Secrets to Stamping
  6. Su Mohr at Aromas And Art
  7. Windy Ellard at Windy’s Wonderful Creations
  8. Peggy Noe at Pretty Paper Cards
  9. Rae Burnet at Wild West Paper Arts
  10. Beth McCullough at Stamping Mom
  11. Lisa Ann Bernard at Queen B Creations
  12. Karen Hallam at Karen’s Stamping Habit
  13. Tricia Chuba at ButterDish Designs
Product List

Remember, you can go online to see all the products, and their coordinating suite items. SHOP the new Mini Catalog Products HERE!

Not only is there a mini catalog to shop, there are new gorgeous products found ONLY on the Stampin’ Up! website. SHOP the new Onlines Exclusives HERE!

And be sure to join my private Facebook Group — the Up North Stampin’ Gang! We post, we share, and just have a lot of fun! Go here and request to join: https://www.facebook.com/groups/199783410436824

Happy Stamping! Mary